The guide and the driver will meet and transfer us to “Ephesus”, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Churches of Apocalypse. We learn its history from our expert local guide and walk on the remarkably preserved wide marble streets, flanked by columns, temples and fountains. We look at all the famous highlights like the Temple of Hadrian, the Celsus Library, Harbor Street and the Great Theater which is still used for performances and special events today. After a lunch at a local restaurant, we continue on to “House of Virgin Mary” on the pine-shaded heights of Ephesus to visit where The Virgin is believed to have spent her last years, and visit the “St. John Basilica” as where you will see the Vatican approved burial place of the Bible writer. "Artemis Temple" ruins, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is near here. To complete this dream like day visit the “Isa Bey Mosque”, a 13th Century authentic Muslim temple. In the afternoon will visit the carpet coorperative to see how the Turkish carpets are made by hand. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees to the museums and sights mentioned in the itinerary; Lunch at a local restaurant.
Exclusion
Beverage; Personal expenses; Tip to the guide & driver (optional / customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Tour departs at 8:30am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 2.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps.
Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries.
Additional Information
Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 2.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps.
Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries.
Additional Information
Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited.
Policies
Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait.
The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
2 passenger minimum required to operate tour.
In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
The guide and the driver will meet and transfer us to “Ephesus”, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Churches of Apocalypse. We learn its history from our expert local guide and walk on the remarkably preserved wide marble streets, flanked by columns, temples and fountains. We look at all the famous highlights like the Temple of Hadrian, the Celsus Library, Harbor Street and the Great Theater which is still used for performances and special events today. After a lunch at a local restaurant, we continue on to “House of Virgin Mary” on the pine-shaded heights of Ephesus to visit where The Virgin is believed to have spent her last years, and visit the “St. John Basilica” as where you will see the Vatican approved burial place of the Bible writer. "Artemis Temple" ruins, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is near here. To complete this dream like day visit the “Isa Bey Mosque”, a 13th Century authentic Muslim temple. In the afternoon will visit the carpet coorperative to see how the Turkish carpets are made by hand. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees to the museums and sights mentioned in the itinerary; Lunch at a local restaurant.
Exclusion
Beverage; Personal expenses; Tip to the guide & driver (optional / customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Tour departs at 8:30am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 2.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries.
Additional Information Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions Guests must be able to walk approximately 2.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries.
Additional Information Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited.
Policies Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait. The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. 2 passenger minimum required to operate tour. In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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